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Rated Best Thai Restaurant by the East Bay Express in 2011, Chai Thai Noodle earns its title with a vast menu of authentically prepared dishes imbued with vibrant flavors and spices. Chai Thai Noodle's masterful and lively preparations have earned the chefs enthusiastic accolades and multiple high-fives from local press; their pork leg stew in particular inspired across-the board ardor. The San Francisco Chronicle's Carol Ness credited owners and chefs Sangchai Vatanachai and Amnouy Manyvong for making "'pork leg stew' three of the most exciting words in the language of Thai food." John Birdsall of the East Bay Express mentioned that it had to rate "among the most satisfying meat dishes in all of East Oakland," and SF Weekly’s Meredith Brody cited the stewed leg, accompanied by pickled vegetables and mustard greens, as her primary motive for dining at Chai Thai Noodle.

Chao Thai Cuisine’s modest exterior belies the bevy of delicious and authentic fare produced by its speedy kitchen staff. A three-page menu displays nearly 100 dishes including beef, chicken, seafood, and vegetarian entrees. House favorites, such as pineapple fried rice, pad thai, and green curries, can be enjoyed upon the eatery’s cozy collection of indoor mosaic tabletops or stashed away into a sturdy take-out container or a water-sealed top hat.

For fragrant jasmine rice and rich curry, Soi 4 Bangkok Eatery is a prime pick for Thai cuisine.
Diners who avoid fat need to be careful, though, because Soi 4 Bangkok Eatery's menu does not offer low-fat options.
Drinks all around! Pair your dinner with a beverage from Soi 4 Bangkok Eatery's full bar.
Take the kids along too — Soi 4 Bangkok Eatery is a great spot for families with food that even little ones will love.
Reserve a table ahead of time and avoid the lines.
Keep it casual at Soi 4 Bangkok Eatery — the restaurant is laid-back and patrons dress accordingly.
Throwing a big party? Count on Soi 4 Bangkok Eatery to provide top-notch catering with the same great dishes you love.
Carry-out is also available for those who prefer to enjoy Soi 4 Bangkok Eatery's cooking from the comfort of their own home.
Brush up on your parallel parking skills — the restaurant's College Ave location offers nearby street parking.
Soi 4 Bangkok Eatery's mid-priced fare will typically cost you about $30 per person or less.
The dinner menu is a crowd pleaser at the restaurant, though breakfast and lunch are also served.

For a quick curry, Oakland's Lotus Thai Cuisine is a great lunch or dinner spot.
If you're avoiding fat or gluten, you can still eat well at Lotus Thai Cuisine, which offers a number of low-fat and gluten-free choices.
Lotus Thai Cuisine also provides alcohol, so diners don't have to worry about bringing their own bottle.
The perfect place to take the kids, dining out at Lotus Thai Cuisine won't cost you a sitter.
You can't reserve a table ahead of time at Lotus Thai Cuisine, so you may need to plan for a wait at prime times.
Drift away from stuffy dress-code conventions and dine in comfort at Lotus Thai Cuisine.
Feed the gang at your next get-together with catering from Lotus Thai Cuisine as well.
If you're in a hurry, place an order for pickup instead.
Drivers should plan to park on the street when dining at Lotus Thai Cuisine's Piedmont Ave residence.
You can take it easy on your wallet at Lotus Thai Cuisine — prices are generally less than $30 per person.
The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, but it's the dinner menu that really draws the crowds.

Oakland's Grand Ave Thai Cuisine offers a traditional menu of Thai dishes in a relaxed setting.
Low-fat foods are not on the menu at Grand Ave Thai Cuisine, though, so plan to indulge a bit.
Pair your entree with a glass of wine or draft beer — Grand Ave Thai Cuisine has a fully-stocked bar to complement your meal.
Grand Ave Thai Cuisine is a terrific spot for families to gather with its kid-friendly ambience and menu.
The dress code at Grand Ave Thai Cuisine is as relaxed as the ambience, so wear whatever suits you.
Dining out isn't your only option here — pickup is available, too.
Drivers should plan to park on the street when dining at Grand Ave Thai Cuisine's Grand Ave residence.
With prices generally staying under $15, you can easily afford to treat a pal or a data at Grand Ave Thai Cuisine.

For good times and great food, head on over to Oakland's Vientian Cafe.
Vientian Cafe is also a good option for those with special dietary needs, offering both low-fat and gluten-free items on the menu.
At Vientian Cafe, kids of all ages are welcome.
Jeans are just right for a meal at Vientian Cafe, which embraces a casual vibe.
Carry-out is also available for those who prefer to enjoy Vientian Cafe's cooking from the comfort of their own home.
You can also have Vientian Cafe cater your next event.
You can leave your car curbside with nearby street parking.
Prices at Vientian Cafe are a bargain (usually less than $15 for a meal), so you'll have plenty of cash left over to treat a friend (or two).
Stop by for breakfast, lunch, or dinner — Vientian Cafe serves up all three meals.